Written by Fatima Khalil Friday, February 16, 2024 01:00 AM Doctors confirmed that there is Lung disease It is rare and may occur due to eating ready-made popcorn made in the microwave, as a result of harmful chemicals such as diacetyl, according to the “Times Now” website. “Popcorn lung” disease is a rare lung disease that causes scarring and inflammation of the bronchioles, which can be life-threatening and cause coughing. Persistent dryness and shortness of breath.
Medically known as bronchiolitis obliterans, it is a rare form of lung disease that leads to scarring and inflammation of the lung, making breathing extremely difficult. Although the U.S. Food and Drug Administration considers diacetyl safe to eat, it is extremely dangerous when inhaled.
Diacetyl is also found in flavored coffee, packaged fruit drinks, and caramel.
How common is popcorn lung disease?
Experts say that although popcorn lung is a rare disorder, it can happen to anyone because it can result from an infection or exposure to certain substances. Bronchiolitis obliterans can also occur without exposure in people who have had a lung transplant.
Doctors said that about 50% of people who undergo lung transplants can develop obstructive bronchiolitis syndrome within five years of the procedure.
About 10% of donor marrow recipients can also develop bronchiolitis obliterans syndrome within five years.
The symptoms of popcorn lung are similar to those of COPD that occurs 2-8 weeks after exposure to harmful chemicals, particles, or toxic fumes. Symptoms include:
-difficulty breathing
-Persistent, progressive and dry cough
-Influenza-like illness
-High temperature
-Unexplained fatigue and exhaustion
-Weight loss
-Whistling
-Irritation to the eyes, skin, mouth or nose
-Night sweats
-Skin rash
What causes popcorn lung?
This deadly disease can result from inhaling harmful chemicals, particles and toxic fumes found in microwave popcorn.
However, according to doctors, these fumes and chemicals associated with popcorn lung are not limited to these factors only.
Other chemicals that contribute to popcorn lung include chlorine, ammonia, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, fumes from welding, formaldehyde, and hydrochloric acid.
Popcorn lung can also lead to some other diseases, which include:
Respiratory diseases such as pneumonia and bronchitis
Viral infections
Collagen vascular diseases
Rheumatoid arthritis
Stevens-Johnson syndrome, which leads to peeling of the skin
According to studies, e-cigarettes and refilled liquids also test positive for diacetyl, which leads to popcorn lung disease.
Ways to reduce the risk of popcorn lung
Experts say it’s important to take care of your lungs the best you can. You can do this in the following ways:
-Avoid using tobacco and electronic cigarettes
-Avoid passive smoking and polluted places
Avoid infections, when possible, because some types of infections can damage the lungs
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